Systems and methods allow for floor plan generation for device visualization and use. For example, image data may be utilized to segment a building from non-building elements in an image, and the outline of the building may be utilized to generate a floor plan of the building. A user interface may be generated to present the floor plan and allow for placement of representations of walls, doors, windows, and electronic devices within the floor plan. Placement of these elements may be performed in response to input from a user and/or may be performed automatically utilizing naming indicators, device-affinity data, historical usage data, signal-strength data, etc. Once placed, the device representations may be utilized to operate the devices and display related information, such as alerts.
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19. The method of claim 4, further comprising associating a portion of the first visual representation with a room name based at least in part on user input data indicating placement of the first device on the first visual representation.
This invention relates to a system for visualizing and managing device placement within a physical space, such as a home or office. The problem addressed is the difficulty in accurately mapping and organizing devices in a digital interface to reflect their physical locations, which is crucial for smart home or building automation systems. The system generates a first visual representation of a physical space, such as a floor plan or 3D model, and displays a first device within this representation. The device is positioned based on user input data, which may include manual placement or automated detection (e.g., via sensors or cameras). The system then associates a portion of the visual representation—such as a specific room or area—with a room name based on the device's placement. For example, if a user places a thermostat icon in a room labeled "Living Room," the system confirms or updates the room's name accordingly. Additionally, the system may generate a second visual representation of the physical space, such as a different view (e.g., 2D vs. 3D) or a simplified layout, and display the first device in this second representation as well. The system ensures consistency between the two representations, allowing users to interact with the device in either view. The method also includes adjusting the visual representation based on changes in the physical space, such as moving walls or adding new rooms, to maintain accuracy. This approach improves usability by providing a clear, interactive way to map devices to their physical locations, enhancing automation and control systems.
20. The method of claim 4, further comprising causing display of the second visual representation in a room of the first visual representation based at least in part on receiving user input data indicating a name of the room, the name of the room corresponding at least in part to a naming indicator of the first device.
This invention relates to a system for managing and displaying visual representations of devices in a networked environment, particularly in a smart home or office setting. The problem addressed is the difficulty of organizing and visually representing multiple devices in different physical locations, such as rooms, in a way that is intuitive and user-friendly. The system includes a first device that generates a first visual representation, such as an icon or thumbnail, and a second device that generates a second visual representation. The first device is associated with a naming indicator, such as a room name or identifier, which helps categorize the device's location. When a user provides input specifying a room name that matches the naming indicator of the first device, the system displays the second visual representation in the same room as the first visual representation. This ensures that related devices are grouped logically, improving usability and reducing confusion. The method involves detecting user input data, such as voice commands or text input, that specifies a room name. The system then verifies whether the room name corresponds to the naming indicator of the first device. If a match is found, the second visual representation is displayed in the same room as the first, ensuring consistent and organized device grouping. This approach enhances user experience by simplifying device management and navigation in multi-room environments.
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September 27, 2019
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